Hulen Lake East Dam

TR COUNTY HOUSE BRANCH· Boone, Missouri· Built 1948· Earth· 50 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hulen Lake East Dam is classified as high hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 95% in MO)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage171 acre-ft
Normal Storage171 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge167 cfs
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)
Year Modified1989
NID IDMO10975

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 28, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: DAM AND RESERVOIR SAFETY PROG

Ownership

LAKESHORE ESTATES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hulen Lake East Dam?

Hulen Lake East Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hulen Lake East Dam?

Hulen Lake East Dam is owned by LAKESHORE ESTATES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hulen Lake East Dam built?

Hulen Lake East Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Hulen Lake East Dam?

Hulen Lake East Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hulen Lake East Dam?

Hulen Lake East Dam has a dam height of 50 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Hulen Lake East Dam last inspected?

Hulen Lake East Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.